On Behalf Of: A Leading Global Freight Forwarding & Logistics Client
Location: Singapore (Changi Airfreight Centre)
Managed by: Harold Consultancy

Our Client:
Our client is an established global leader in freight forwarding & logistics, providing integrated air, sea, and land freight solutions. They are seeking a proactive and hands-on Assistant Supply Chain Manager to support the management of their freight operations in Singapore, ensuring smooth execution, cost efficiency & service reliability.

The Role:
This is a key support and development role within the operations function. You will assist in managing daily freight operations, coordinating with vendors & internal teams, and driving process improvements. This position is ideal for an operations professional ready to step into a managerial role with significant responsibility for operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support End-to-End Freight Operations:
   
   • Assist in managing daily operations for air, sea & land freight shipments.
   • Coordinate between customer service, operations, carriers & overseas agents to ensure on-time delivery.
   • Monitor shipment progress & help resolve operational escalations.
2. Vendor & Carrier Coordination:
   
   • Support the management of relationships with airlines, shipping lines, hauliers & warehouse providers.
   • Help review vendor performance & assist in contract reviews under guidance.
   • Track vendor KPIs & contribute to corrective action plans.
3. Cost & Process Optimization:
   
   • Analyse freight costs & operational data to identify savings opportunities.
   • Support routing optimization & carrier selection to improve profitability.
   • Assist in implementing workflow improvements & digital tool adoption.
4. Compliance & Documentation:
   
   • Help ensure adherence to trade regulations, customs requirements & internal SOPs.
   • Monitor documentation accuracy to minimize compliance risks & delays.
   • Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce errors.
5. Cross-Functional Support:
   
   • Work closely with Sales, Finance & Customer Service teams to align operations with business needs.
   • Assist in forecasting, capacity planning & resource allocation activities.
   • Prepare operational reports on performance, volumes & exceptions.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in freight forwarding or logistics operations.
• Good knowledge of air & sea freight procedures, documentation & compliance.
• Experience in vendor coordination & performance tracking.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and operational systems (TMS, ERP).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving & coordination skills.
• A team player with a continuous improvement mindset, ready to take on managerial responsibilities.

To Apply (Via Harold Consultancy):
Please submit your detailed CV to Dennis Wee at hello@haroldconsultancy.com for a confidential discussion. All applications are handled with the utmost discretion.